Are you ready for the MIPS era? [Quiz]
December 5, 2016
Best Practices Academy developed ten years ago as a clinical improvement program within Chiropractic Associates. Since the inception of the Affordable Care Act, Best Practices Academy has been its own organization, providing robust delivery of clinical training and improvement programs to the practice. Clinical practices must migrate from a fee for service based practice to […]
The Joint Chiropractic announces recipients of its student scholarship program
December 5, 2016
The Joint Corp, a national operator, manager, and franchisor of chiropractic clinics, is proud to announce the 2016 recipients of its Chiropractic Student Scholarship Program. “The Joint is dedicated to giving back to the chiropractic profession by assisting students with the large financial burden they face in obtaining their doctor of chiropractic degree,” said Peter D. Holt, chief executive officer of The Joint.
Your chiropractic patients live in a mobile era. Do you?
December 2, 2016
Sponsored Content | There are two sides to the mobility coin: the effect mobility has on practice efficiency, and the expectations patients have as they live in the mobile era. As smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices are now ubiquitous, users are flocking to their portable screens to get information on pretty much everything—including where to find the best chiropractors in their area.
Gain patient traction with traction therapy
December 2, 2016
When discussed in a medical context, traction therapy is defined as “the use of a pulling force to treat muscle and skeleton disorders.” Depending on the area of the body, this may be to elongate the neck, spine, or other area which is causing pain or discomfort. And while devices used to accentuate this process are often debated regarding their effectiveness, they’ve actually been around for quite some time.
Hemp seed oil and anxiety: How it helps
December 1, 2016
Sponsored Content | The ADAA reports that anxiety disorders such as generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, and social anxiety disorder afflict approximately 18 percent of the population, or roughly 40 million adult Americans. While some treatment options involve taking prescription medications to relieve the emotional distress, one all-natural option is hemp seed oil.
Today’s chiropreneurs are looking to solve system-wide problems
November 30, 2016
Recent trends are encouraging young healthcare providers to bring their skills to bear on opportunities beyond private practice. Doctors are starting to think they can help more patients by making system-wide changes rather than treating patients one at a time. And they’re right: There is a positive correlation between doctors in management positions and the clinical quality of a healthcare organization.
Maximize your chiropractic practice with EHR data sharing
November 29, 2016
Different practices can form agreements to share patient data electronically on a secure, interoperable system. These EHR data sharing and exchanges allow providers to easily access and share changes to patient records so providers from different specialties can readily use the same information. For chiropractors, these agreements represent an opportunity to view records created for their patients by another partnering clinic.
How you deal with data defines your chiropractic practice
November 28, 2016
Feature | To stay competitive, you need to know how to collect chiropractic data, how to use it, and how it can help keep your business viable now and in the years to come. Technological advances are happening more quickly as new apps, software programs, and hardware flood the market.
Terry Yochum, DC, issues book for charity
November 28, 2016
I Should Have Been Left-Handed is an autobiography by the author of Essentials of Skeletal Radiology, Terry Yochum, DC. In it, he recounts the tremendous challenges he faced in publishing what would become the landmark textbook on radiology for chiropractors. All proceeds from sales will be donated to the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation, and the Whitey Herzog Youth Foundation.
3 good posture tips to help your chiropractic patients stand tall
November 25, 2016
Help your patients with good posture tips so they avoid chronic issues later in life. “Stand up straight,” “don’t slouch,” and “stop hunching over” are probably all familiar phrases from childhood onward. As annoying as it may have seemed to be constantly nagged about poor posture, there was a kernel of truth in all of it: Maintaining good posture starting early in life can prevent any number of chronic pain issues later in life as an adult.
How to participate in collaborative healthcare without violating Stark law
November 23, 2016
Legal Ease | With the passing of the Affordable Care Act, American healthcare is shifting its focus from a reactive, acute- based treatment mentality, to a healthy- lifestyle and care-at-home approach. With their focus on preventive care, chiropractors are a natural fit for this new collaborative approach. But they and other providers should be aware of legal roadblocks and take steps to ensure compliance.
Mastering the perfect chiropractic office visit
November 22, 2016
The better the experience patients have when visiting your chiropractic office, the more likely they are to come back again. And if they’re truly impressed, they’ll be likely to bring their friends and family with them. This alone can help you grow your practice, simply by making sure your patients enjoy “the perfect chiropractic office visit” every time they see you.
